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#649 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 32% in state

Jamaica Elementary School

Elementary School · Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)

3437 JAMAICA BLVD S, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#649 of 2,006

In Lake Havasu City

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jamaica Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Lake Havasu City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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3.9/10

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About Jamaica Elementary School

Jamaica Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Havasu City, AZ, part of Lake Havasu Unified District (4368). Jamaica Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jamaica Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Jamaica Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,884
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Jamaica Elementary School — Students at Jamaica Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
43%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Jamaica Elementary School Compares

See how Jamaica Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

3437 JAMAICA BLVD S, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jamaica Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chemehuevi Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Needles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Parker), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Havasu City, see our Lake Havasu City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City 0.7 mi 7.9
Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City 1.5 mi 3.9
Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City 1.7 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City 1.7 mi 7.5
Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City 1.7 mi 5.2
Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City 2.1 mi 5.4
Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix 2.3 mi 8.4
Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City 2.0 mi 7.7
Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City 2.0 mi 6.0
Havasuonline Lake Havasu City 2.5 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City 2.7 mi 5.9
Nautilus Elementary School Lake Havasu City 3.6 mi 5.7
WAVE-Central Campus Kingman 3.7 mi
Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles 7.0 mi 9.5
Blake Primary School Parker 23.5 mi 9.3
Topock Elementary School Topock 22.3 mi 6.5
Parker Alternative School Parker 23.6 mi 6.9
Parker High School Parker 24.1 mi 6.5
Wallace Elementary School Parker 24.1 mi 7.0
Wallace Jr High School Parker 24.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,171

Median Home Value

$434,700

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Population

24,587

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

57.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jamaica Elementary School

What grades does Jamaica Elementary School serve?

Jamaica Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Jamaica Elementary School?

Jamaica Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jamaica Elementary School rank in AZ?

Jamaica Elementary School ranks #649 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Jamaica Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jamaica Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jamaica Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jamaica Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jamaica Elementary School a charter school?

No, Jamaica Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jamaica Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Jamaica Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Mohave County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

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